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Himi Fixed-Net Fishing

Toyama · Himi · Contemporary Art

Japanese name: 氷見市の番屋と定置網の景観

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WHAT TO DOHimi Fixed-Net Fishing

Four centuries of fixed nets laid out across the bay - an invisible structure drawn on water.

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Gosei · Himi

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Overview

Four centuries of fixed nets laid out across the bay - an invisible structure drawn on water.

About this place

Himi (氷見市, Himi-shi) is a city in western Toyama Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 March 2018, the city had an estimated population of 48,275 in 17,632 households, and a population density of 210 persons per km2. Its total area is 230.56 square kilometres (89.02 sq mi). Himi is known primarily for its commercial fishing industry. The city was founded on August 1, 1952.

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Key facts

Founded / opened：Edo period Highlights / collection：Set nets lined up in Toyama Bay, Beach overlooking the Tateyama Range Genre：Outdoor art and land art

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